Cheyene DeWeese · November 3, 2026

Does refinancing actually make sense right now?

Mortgage Market Update

Cheyene DeWeese

Cheyene DeWeese

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Does refinancing actually make sense right now?

Hi there—I wanted to touch on a question I hear often, especially when rates shift: should I refinance? The answer depends on more than just one number, and I want to help you figure it out.

National Mortgage Rates · November 2, 2026

Conventional 30-Year

7.13%

FHA 30-Year

6.96%

VA 30-Year

6.76%

Rate trend

Source: Optimal Blue daily mortgage indices via FRED

Rates shown are national mortgage index rates and are provided for informational purposes only. Actual rates vary based on credit profile, loan amount, and market conditions. Please contact us for a personalized rate quote.


Refinancing Basics

When refinancing makes sense (and when it doesn't)

Refinancing isn't always the right move, even when rates look better than they did when you closed. The real question isn't just whether rates have dropped—it's whether the long-term benefit outweighs the cost of getting a new loan. That break-even point depends on your situation: how long you plan to stay in the home, how much you'd pay in closing costs, and what your current rate actually is.

If you're thinking about refinancing, it's worth sitting down and doing the math. Sometimes staying put is the smarter choice. Sometimes it's not. Either way, you deserve clarity before you decide. I'm here to walk through the numbers with you and show you what refinancing would really mean for your bottom line.

Let's talk through whether refinancing could work for you—no pressure, just honest numbers.

Tip of the Week

Refinancing resets your amortization clock. If you're 10 years into a 30-year loan, consider a shorter term to avoid paying more total interest.

Tips for Homeowners

Co-Signing a Mortgage: What You're Really Agreeing To

1.

Co-signing makes you equally responsible for the debt. If the primary borrower misses payments, your credit score takes the same hit and the lender can pursue you for the full balance.

2.

The co-signed mortgage debt appears on your credit report and counts toward your DTI. This can limit your ability to qualify for your own financing until the loan is paid off or refinanced out of your name.

3.

There's no automatic way to remove yourself as a co-signer — the primary borrower must refinance the loan in their name alone. Get this understanding in writing before you sign.

Have questions about how any of this affects your mortgage or home purchase? We're here to help — reach out to the Cheyene DeWeese team any time and we'll walk you through your options.

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Cheyene DeWeese

Cheyene DeWeese

cheyene.deweese@streethomelending.com

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